Apple introduced the MacBook in May 2006, subsequently shifting its primary processor architecture from PowerPC to Intel (Microblog) processors. In 2008, Apple launched an aluminum unibody MacBook but soon transitioned this product line into the 13-inch MacBook Pro. In 2009, Apple unveiled an integrated polycarbonate MacBook, which continued production until last year when it was discontinued. (Tang Weiyen)
In recent years, the MacBook served as Apple's entry-level notebook; however, after Apple announced the 11.6-inch MacBook Air priced at $999 in 2010, this notebook faced competition within the company itself.
Sina Tech News, Beijing time, February 9 evening, according to the American Apple news blog MacRumors report, Apple has notified its distributors that the white polycarbonate MacBook notebook has been classified as a "End of Life" product and is no longer in production.
U.S. tech blogger site AppleInsider reported late last year that the red MacBook would gradually be phased out; shortly thereafter, Apple removed the red MacBook from its consumer-focused website, later announcing that this notebook would only be available for educational institutions.